Aug. 12, 2025

How a Death in the Family May Affect Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When a family member passes away, it can feel overwhelming to deal with paperwork on top of the emotional burden. This article provides a few steps you should take in the weeks following your family member’s death. Taking these steps can help ensure your coverage continues without interruption.

Aug. 5, 2025

TRICARE Coverage of Weight Loss Medications: What To Know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Understanding the difference between TRICARE plans and coverage is key to knowing what to expect when filling your prescription. There are different rules about how TRICARE covers these drugs based on your plan.

July 24, 2025

TRICARE Logins: Know How To Access Portals and Manage Your Benefit

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Whether you need to make an appointment, check a claim, or download forms, knowing where to log in can make using your TRICARE benefits easier. Today’s Military Health System relies on multiple online platforms—each with a specific purpose. Understanding them, and how they’re evolving, can help you make the most of your health coverage.

July 17, 2025

Unlock Your Health by Getting Virtual Health Care at Home With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that TRICARE beneficiaries can receive a variety of health care services via virtual health? These services take place through secure video calls, phone appointments, and other technology platforms. TRICARE virtual health coverage includes primary care, urgent care, mental health, and specialty services.

July 11, 2025

Measles Cases on the Rise in the U.S.: Recognize the Symptoms and Protect Your Family

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness—and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick.

May 7, 2025

Defense Health Agency Announces TRICARE Prime Demo in Atlanta and Tampa, Competitive Plans Demonstration Options Starting in 2026

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you live in the Atlanta, Georgia or Tampa, Florida metropolitan area? Your TRICARE health plan options are about to expand. Starting in January 2026, the TRICARE Prime Demo by CareSource Military & Veterans will bring more choices to eligible beneficiaries. Enrollees will get care from CSMV’s network of primary and specialty care providers.

April 3, 2025

Q&A: Your TRICARE Catastrophic Cap

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You can’t always predict your family’s healthcare needs. But you can know the most you could have to pay for TRICARE covered services. TRICARE calls this your catastrophic cap. Your catastrophic cap limits how much you and your family will pay for TRICARE covered healthcare services each calendar year.

March 27, 2025

Live in the West Region? Submit Payments to TriWest by April 30 To Avoid Disenrollment – Plus, Referral Approval Waiver Extended Through June 30

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you currently live in the West Region? Do you pay for your TRICARE coverage using a bank electronic funds transfer, credit card, or debit card? If so, and you haven’t done so already, you must provide your payment information to the West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance, by Wednesday, April 30. If you don’t act, you’ll be disenrolled, retroactive to your paid-through date. If you have TRICARE Prime, you should also know that the Defense Health Agency has extended the West Region referral approval waiver through June 30.

March 26, 2025

Having a Baby in 2025? Here’s How TRICARE Covers Maternity Services

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you expecting a baby in 2025? TRICARE covers many services to help you through pregnancy, childbirth, and after your baby is born. Prenatal and postpartum care helps keep both you and your baby healthy by catching any problems early—and, recent updates to the Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration now bring more support options to families worldwide.

Feb. 25, 2025

Retiring in 2025? Take Action To Keep Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re getting ready to retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve, your goal is likely to make a smooth transition to civilian life. Part of this transition includes your health coverage, and TRICARE is here to help.